Malcom vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Malcom

Boy #1,750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"devotee of Saint Columba"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English African-American

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Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Malcom Rank #1,750

Smith Rank #1,580

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1750 for Malcom.

Is Malcom or Smith more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Malcom at #1750 in the United States.

What do Malcom and Smith mean?

Malcom means "devotee of Saint Columba" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Malcom and Smith boy or girl names?

Malcom is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.